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Ponders End to Southend by train

First train

06:10

Last train

23:38

Departure station

Ponders End

Arrival station

Southend

Journey time

From 1h 24m

Distance

33 miles (52 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

c2c, Greater Anglia

Take the train from Ponders End to Southend in 1 hour 24 minutes

If you want to travel from Ponders End to Southend by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Ponders End to Southend by train to take around 1 hour 36 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 19 trains per day running on this route, which spans 33 miles (52 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Southend. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia or c2c trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Ponders End to Southend are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Ponders End to Southend

Want to know more about your journey from Ponders End to Southend? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Southend from Ponders End?

To travel to Southend from Ponders End, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 36 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 24 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Ponders End to Southend?

Trains from Ponders End to Southend take an average of 1 hour and 36 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 24 minutes. You'll usually find 19 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Ponders End and Southend by train?

The quickest journey time between Ponders End and Southend by train is 1 hour and 24 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Ponders End to Southend?

No, there are no direct trains running from Ponders End to Southend, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Ponders End to Southend

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Ponders End to Southend is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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